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The dark side rises as The Commentary Booth hosts, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey, conclude their journey through the Star Wars prequel trilogy with a deep dive into Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.Widely regarded as the strongest entry in the prequel saga, Revenge of the Sith delivers the tragic downfall of Anakin Skywalker, the rise of Darth Vader, the execution of Order 66, and the birth of the Galactic Empire. But does the film truly earn its reputation, or is it simply the best of a flawed trilogy?Jamie and Corrina break down the film's darker tone, Shakespearean tragedy, and iconic moments, including Anakin's fateful turn to the dark side, Obi-Wan's heartbreaking confrontation on Mustafar, and Palpatine's masterfully orchestrated rise to power. Along the way, they discuss whether Anakin's visions of Padmé ultimately caused the very future he was trying to prevent, the effectiveness of Order 66, General Grievous' brief but memorable role, and how the film bridges the gap to the original trilogy.Highlights Breakdown: - Why Revenge of the Sith remains the standout film of the prequel trilogy - The inevitability of Anakin Skywalker's tragic fall to the dark side - Breaking down Palpatine's galaxy-spanning manipulation and long-term strategy - The emotional impact of Order 66 and the destruction of the Jedi Order - General Grievous, his unique design, and the surprising origin of his cough - Whether the story would have worked better as a prestige television series - The pair also examine the movie's biggest weaknesses, from its lengthy runtime and uneven pacing to some questionable CGI choices that haven't aged particularly gracefully. - Is Revenge of the Sith the masterpiece many fans claim it is, or simply a satisfying conclusion to an otherwise inconsistent trilogy? Join us as we revisit one of the most important chapters in Star Wars history.This week's episode is brought to you byAustralian Wrestling CardsCheck out more great content from Pario Magazine on our website.-------------------------------------------------------------SUPPORT PARIO MAGAZINE & THE COMMENTARY BOOTH- PATREON- BUY MERCH- AMAZON PRIME VIDEO- TUBEBUDDY- Subscribe to AEW Plus using my code (q0yydoz) to earn $10 in FITE credit- Shop Online With Honey- Shop Online With SatechiMY EQUIPMENT- Elgato Facecam- Rode PodMic- Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP- Streamlabs Talk StudioFOLLOW JAMIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram- TikTokFOLLOW PARIO MAGAZINE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram

THIS IS THE WAY! There's a new a Star Wars movie out now so of course Bill Z and Steve take a break from comic books to bring back our good friends podcast veteran Craig Lantz and The Reel Gay Movie's Mike Lovins to discuss The Mandalorian and Grogu!! The movie was directed by Jon Favreau, who co-wrote the film with Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor. Based on the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian, the film finds Pedro Pascal returning to star as Din Djarin/The Mandalorian alongside Jeremy Allen White, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. Set after the fall of the Galactic Empire and the end of the Manadalorian series, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic as bounty hunters to track down former Imperials. A new mission involving the rescue of Jabba the Hut's son does not go as planned and we find Mando and Grogu trying to set things right. So hit play to hear Bill, Steve, Craig and Mike talk about this latest tale set a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away!!      

pWotD Episode 3309: The Mandalorian and Grogu Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 165,391 views on Sunday, 24 May 2026 our article of the day is The Mandalorian and Grogu.Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (titled The Mandalorian and Grogu on-screen) is a 2026 American science fiction film directed by Jon Favreau, who co-wrote the film with Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor. Produced by Lucasfilm and Fairview Entertainment, and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is part of the Star Wars franchise and is a continuation of the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian (2019–2023). Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian—who was also portrayed on set by Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder—alongside Jeremy Allen White, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. In the film, which is set following the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target.Favreau and Filoni wrote a fourth season of The Mandalorian by February 2023, but production was delayed by the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes. During this time, Lucasfilm re-evaluated their plans for the franchise and decided to prioritize a Mandalorian film over the fourth season. The Mandalorian and Grogu was announced in January 2024 with Favreau directing and co-writing with Filoni and Kloor, and Pascal reprising his role from the series. Filming began in California by August 2024 and was completed by that December. Further casting was revealed around and after filming, including the return of various characters from The Mandalorian and other Star Wars media. The series's composer Ludwig Göransson returned to score the film.Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu premiered on May 14, 2026, at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, and was released in the United States on May 22. The Mandalorian and Grogu had a reported cost of $300 million for marketing and the budget. It has grossed $165 million worldwide and received mixed reviews, with critics praising the score and Pascal's performance, while criticizing the plot, visuals, and action sequences.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 12:33 UTC on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.For the full current version of the article, see The Mandalorian and Grogu on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Amy.

STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU Spoiler Reaction Show! Culture Clash Live EP.291 Watch: Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/yTOZVmNsjFU?si=ak5vT3RGit72fd9x Listen: Culture Clash Live Audio Podcast Link: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/culture-clash Welcome to Culture Clash Live's special presentation of STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN & GROGU, a Spoiler Reaction Show! Subscribe to the Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel and join us live and participate in our live chat!  Movie Details: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is a 2026 American film directed by Jon Favreau and co-written by Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Noah Kloor. Produced by Lucasfilm and set to be distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is part of the Star Wars franchise and a continuation of the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian (2019–2023). Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian—who was also portrayed on set by Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder, alongside Jeremy Allen White and Sigourney Weaver. In the film, which is set following the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target. Contact Information: - Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/FandomPodcastNetwork - Master feed for all FPNet Audio Podcasts: http://fpnet.podbean.com/ The Fandom Podcast Network can stream and download on the Podbean app The Fandom Podcast Network is on all major podcast platforms, which includes: Apple Podcasts / iTunes. - Culture Clash Audio Podcast Master Feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/culture-clash - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork - Email: fandompodcastnetwork@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandompodcastnetwork/ - X: @fanpodnetwork / https://twitter.com/fanpodnetwork -Bluesky: @fanpodnetwork / https://bsky.app/profile/fanpodnetwork.bsky.social Fandom Podcast Network Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fandompodcastnetwork  Get Your Fandom Podcast Network merchandise apparel on Tee Public! Visit our TeePublic store where you can help support the Fandom Podcast Network while wearing your favorite FPN show logos with pride!   Host & Guest Contact Info: - Kyle Wagner on X: @AKyleW / Instagram & Threads: @Akylefandom / @akyleW on Discord / @Ksport16: Letterboxd / Bluesky: @akylew - Kevin Reitzel on X, Instagram, Threads, Discord & Letterboxd: @spartan_phoenix / Bluesky: @spartanphoenix #CultureClash #CultureClashLive #FandomPodcastNetwork #TheMandalorianAndGrogu #StarWarsTheMandalorianAndGrogu #Grogu #TheMandalorian #StarWars #JonFavreau #DaveFiloni #PedroPascal #DinDjarin #BrendanWayne #LateefCrowder #JeremyAllenWhite #SigourneyWeaver #DisneyPlus #Lucasfilm #WaltDisneyStudios #SpoilerReactionShow #Spoilers  #KyleWagner #KevinReitzel

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (called The Mandalorian and Grogu on screen) is a 2026 American science fiction film directed by Jon Favreau, who co-wrote the film with Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor. Produced by Lucasfilm and Fairview Entertainment, and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is part of the Star Wars franchise and is a continuation of the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian (2019–2023). Pedro Pascal stars as Din Djarin / The Mandalorian—who was also portrayed on set by Brendan Wayne and Lateef Crowder—alongside Jeremy Allen White, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. In the film, which is set following the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target.Favreau and Filoni wrote a fourth season of The Mandalorian by February 2023, but production was delayed by the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes. During this time, Lucasfilm re-evaluated their plans for the franchise and decided to prioritize a Mandalorian film over the fourth season. The Mandalorian and Grogu was announced in January 2024 with Favreau directing and co-writing with Filoni and Kloor, and Pascal reprising his role from the series. Filming began in California by August 2024 and was completed by that December. Further casting was revealed around and after filming, including the return of various characters from The Mandalorian and other Star Wars media. The series's composer Ludwig Göransson returned to score the film.Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu premiered on May 14, 2026, at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, and was released in the United States on May 22. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the score and Pascal's performance, while criticizing the plot, visuals, and action sequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week's main podcast review, Ema Sasic, Josh Parham, and Giovanni Lago review and discuss "The Mandalorian And Grogu," starring Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder, Jonny Coyne, Martin Scorsese, and Sigourney Weaver. Written and directed by Jon Favreau, and co-written by Dave Filoni and Noah Kloor,, the film is part of the "Star Wars" franchise and a continuation of the Disney+ television series "The Mandalorian" (2019–2023). In the film, set after the fall of the Galactic Empire, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic to rescue Rotta the Hutt (White) in exchange for information on a target. This is the first time a "Star Wars" film has been in theaters since "The Rise Of Skywalker." What did the team think of it? Please tune in as they discuss the story, the craftsmanship, including Ludwig Göransson's score, the future of the franchise, and more in this SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (Season 1), set in the aftermath of Star Wars: The Clone Wars during the rise of the Galactic Empire. We explore the series' darker storytelling, Maul's continuing journey, key moments from the season, and what it adds to the wider Star Wars mythology.

Episode 292 of Tom Clark's 6M Podcast is a look at Star Wars - Maul: Shadow Lord. Tom Clark and Phil Lindsey break down the Disney+ animated series that follows Maul's attempt to rebuild his criminal empire in the early days of the Galactic Empire. The discussion covers Maul's return to power on Janix, the introduction of fugitive Jedi Devon Izara as a potential apprentice, plus the growing involvement of law enforcement. Across ten episodes, the series escalates from localized crime conflicts into full Imperial intervention, culminating in a final confrontation that reshapes Maul's path forward. How does this series reestablish Maul has a major villain in the Star Wars universe and should he become the big bad in the films? Dive into that and a lot more! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boinkstudios Appreciate the content? Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/tomclark Visit us at: https://boinkstudios.com Follow the 6M Podcast: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/6mpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6mpodcast/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/boinkstudios.bsky.social Listen to Boink Studios' Podcasts: Tom Clark's Main Event: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tom-clarks-main-event/id910362334 Bare Mode: A Podcast Review of The Bear: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/bare-mode-a-podcast-review-of-the-bear/id1828513020 Two Nations Under Ted: A Ted Lasso Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-nations-under-ted-a-ted-lasso-podcast/id16938703   © Boink Studios 2026

Ash and Tilly continue their archaeological survey of the galaxy far, far away, examining the material culture and planetary landscapes that defines Star Wars. Together, they explore how different civilisations, from the ancient Jedi Order to the Galactic Empire, left their mark through distinctive artefacts, architecture, and technology. Don't worry, Order 66 was not enforced for this episode! Books mentioned: List of Star Wars Books Links Star Lores - A Star Wars Legends Podcast Wookiepedia Star Wars website Phoebe Waller-Bridge's interview Contact Email: andmytrowel@gmail.com Instagram: @‌and.my.trowel Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/trowel/66 ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Store Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What would you actually do if an alien showed up and asked to be taken to your leader? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Paul Mecurio, and astrophysicist Charles Liu explore fan questions about physics of near-light-speed travel, Dark Forest Theory from The Three Body Problem, and whether the universe itself might be conscious. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here:  https://startalkmedia.com/show/cosmic-queries-take-me-to-your-leader/ Thanks to our Patrons Zach Dixon, Bethanny Rodgers, Alan Albright, Pam J Lockhart, Victor Wu, Finch, Serenity Oh, Nick DiBartolomeo, Christopher Johnson, CodinThorFather, HarleyWayne, Glyn R. Buck, C.Avalos, Christopher Irwin, Andreas, Bob Pflugfelder, Brad Ryan, Michael House, Linda Resch, Bonny Matles, Amagerikaner, Titilebon, Jim Peterson, Charity Durio, James Runyon, Anthony Onofrio, perirocha@outlook.com, Yuriko Coenen, Devon, Kathryn Karl, Toby, Daniel Boring, Lazeez K., Jenayalynn Riojas, M.S., Jim Conyngham, Rachel Miller, Robert Pokorski, Joseph Britto, Steve Lloyd, James, Souvik Biswas, Mtamanika Youngblood, Nirav Umaretiya, Scott Hinkelman, Charles Doaty, Fridthjoff, Nirav Shah, James Orazietti, Dejan Tomic, insigpilot, Michael Bentt, Dakota Rogers, Michael Baca, Michael Stoerzer, Justin Wells, Joshua Zimmer, Christopher Wystup, Patricia Stoll, George Alva, Melih Ozbek, Melih Ozbek, Twnzmama2, Candice Tripp, Gary Landry, Dan Baker, Greg Engelberg, DANIEL DAILY, Fluffybirb, Tamás Mihályi, Jason Vogel, For those who come after - title of my sex tape, Loreto Gonzalez Pizarro, ali, Rolen Yoshinaga, Isak Walther, Gwynn, Steven Roberts, Pete Carpenter, Paul Munn, Erik Martinez, Vishnu Kumar Kalidasan, tshimself, Jacob Tucker, Chasiti, Nick, Priscilla Brogren, Kitalahara, Kerry Gallagher, Frederico Gomes, Shane, Tom Myles, Kurt Geib, Carlos Guillen, Simon Plückebaum, stacyanne77@me.com, Tim Wren, Patrick Kennedy, Chris Herrera, James McClure, and Alita Pappas for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away... Those memorable words precede the start of Star Wars, one of the most well-known franchises in cinema history, a series of films that has been translated into countless games over the years.  Today, we're going to tackle the very first 16-bit iteration of that classic film series, entitled simply, Super Star Wars. Learn how the game was made, discover why it took so long for LucasArts to develop their own in-house Star Wars titles, and listen in as we discuss whether it's still worth your time to dust off your blaster and grab your lightsaber to take the fight to the evil Galactic Empire, even today. Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today?  Sign up as a patron at Patreon.com/ClassicGamingToday!

It was a short arc but a very fun and a different one in a number of ways for us and have been looking forward to talking about it.  Jake, Dan, and Josh wax philosophical about Star Wars, two-player RPGs, the future of these characters and a whole lot more! Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

Welcome back to the RPGBOT.Podcast, where we're teaching you how to play the Star Wars tabletop RPG the best possible way: by immediately committing crimes in space. In this episode, Randall introduces a Wookie slicer with Force powers on the run from the law, while Ash debuts a former Imperial smuggler who solves problems the traditional way: shooting first and then leaving without askin questions. Tyler GMs a Star Wars RPG actual play session which quickly becomes a chaotic adventure featuring pirate stations, suspicious hookahs, questionable dice math, and a cantina band legally required to play the same song forever. A mysterious employer named Fulcrum sends our heroes to a lawless Outer Rim space station to hack a maintenance terminal. Everything is going well until an Imperial Star Destroyer arrives and Ash's obligations immeditaly become a problem. Buckle up for an Edge of the Empire actual play. The dice are weird, the space criminals are weirder, and "failing forward" may be the players' only hope for success. Show Notes In this Star Wars TTRPG actual play episode, the RPGBOT crew dives into the Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars roleplaying system (Edge of the Empire) to demonstrate how the game works in practice. Through a chaotic but hilarious adventure, listeners get a hands-on look at the mechanics of the narrative dice, Destiny Points, and a small taste of combat. Randall plays Fricata, a Wookiee slicer with Force abilities and a confusing criminal history. Ash plays Nehlbren, a Twi'lek smuggler pilot who once served the Galactic Empire but is now carving out her own path in the galaxy's criminal underworld. A mysterious contact known only as "Fulcrum" hires them to infiltrate a hidden pirate station called Comfort Station. Access the station's central maintenance terminal, upload a program via a code cylinder (basically a Star Wars USB drive), retrieve encrypted data, destroy the evidence, and don't let anyone else get the data. Of course, nothing is ever simple in the Outer Rim. The players interact with shady NPCs, explore the environment, and begin scheming their way toward the maintenance systems. The episode also provides practical demonstrations of skill checks and how narrative dice results influence storytelling. If you've ever wondered how Edge of the Empire actually plays at the table, this episode is a perfect example. Key Takeaways Fantasy Flight's Star Wars RPG uses narrative dice, meaning results generate story outcomes beyond simple success or failure. Actual play sessions are one of the best ways to learn the system, showing how mechanics like Advantage and Threat influence the narrative. Character backgrounds drive story complications, such as Nelbren's Imperial past creating immediate conflict when the Empire appears. Social checks (Charm, Negotiation, Deception) can dramatically change encounters—even avoiding docking fees on a pirate station. Knowledge and perception checks help players navigate complex environments, especially when searching for hidden objectives. Slicing (hacking) is a core gameplay element in Edge of the Empire and often requires creative thinking. Force tokens create a dynamic resource pool shared between players and the GM, constantly shifting the narrative balance. The Cool vs Vigilance initiative system determines combat order depending on whether characters were prepared for the fight. Edge of the Empire emphasizes storytelling over rigid mechanics, encouraging improvisation and player creativity. Sometimes the best plan in a Star Wars RPG is still just shooting first. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Welcome back to the RPGBOT.Podcast, where we're teaching you how to play the Star Wars tabletop RPG the best possible way: by immediately committing crimes in space. In this episode, Randall introduces a Wookie slicer with Force powers on the run from the law, while Ash debuts a former Imperial smuggler who solves problems the traditional way: shooting first and then leaving without askin questions. Tyler GMs a Star Wars RPG actual play session which quickly becomes a chaotic adventure featuring pirate stations, suspicious hookahs, questionable dice math, and a cantina band legally required to play the same song forever. A mysterious employer named Fulcrum sends our heroes to a lawless Outer Rim space station to hack a maintenance terminal. Everything is going well until an Imperial Star Destroyer arrives and Ash's obligations immeditaly become a problem. Buckle up for an Edge of the Empire actual play. The dice are weird, the space criminals are weirder, and "failing forward" may be the players' only hope for success. Show Notes In this Star Wars TTRPG actual play episode, the RPGBOT crew dives into the Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars roleplaying system (Edge of the Empire) to demonstrate how the game works in practice. Through a chaotic but hilarious adventure, listeners get a hands-on look at the mechanics of the narrative dice, Destiny Points, and a small taste of combat. Randall plays Fricata, a Wookiee slicer with Force abilities and a confusing criminal history. Ash plays Nehlbren, a Twi'lek smuggler pilot who once served the Galactic Empire but is now carving out her own path in the galaxy's criminal underworld. A mysterious contact known only as "Fulcrum" hires them to infiltrate a hidden pirate station called Comfort Station. Access the station's central maintenance terminal, upload a program via a code cylinder (basically a Star Wars USB drive), retrieve encrypted data, destroy the evidence, and don't let anyone else get the data. Of course, nothing is ever simple in the Outer Rim. The players interact with shady NPCs, explore the environment, and begin scheming their way toward the maintenance systems. The episode also provides practical demonstrations of skill checks and how narrative dice results influence storytelling. If you've ever wondered how Edge of the Empire actually plays at the table, this episode is a perfect example. Key Takeaways Fantasy Flight's Star Wars RPG uses narrative dice, meaning results generate story outcomes beyond simple success or failure. Actual play sessions are one of the best ways to learn the system, showing how mechanics like Advantage and Threat influence the narrative. Character backgrounds drive story complications, such as Nelbren's Imperial past creating immediate conflict when the Empire appears. Social checks (Charm, Negotiation, Deception) can dramatically change encounters—even avoiding docking fees on a pirate station. Knowledge and perception checks help players navigate complex environments, especially when searching for hidden objectives. Slicing (hacking) is a core gameplay element in Edge of the Empire and often requires creative thinking. Force tokens create a dynamic resource pool shared between players and the GM, constantly shifting the narrative balance. The Cool vs Vigilance initiative system determines combat order depending on whether characters were prepared for the fight. Edge of the Empire emphasizes storytelling over rigid mechanics, encouraging improvisation and player creativity. Sometimes the best plan in a Star Wars RPG is still just shooting first. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

We are bringing you 235th episode of big T & LIL t with gusto and fire! Today, we recap our concert event with Galactic Empire on Sunday, March 8th in West Chicago at the WC Social Club You underestimate the power of ROCK!!! We check out the band Galactic Empire! This Star Wars / Nerd Metal band that cosplays and rocks out. Take a listen to our experience and fun we had jamming out! big T & LIL T Galactic Empire

Galactic Empire Panics Over A Human Battleship In This GalaxyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkest-mysteries-online-the-strange-and-unusual-podcast-2026--5684156/support.Darkest Mysteries Online

The Return of the Jedi made famous the now well-known Star Wars triple battle.  Surely we can't pull that off here with only two PCs... unless time gets a little wonky.  The Ashani will be needed if the Jedi investigators are going to claim the evidence they need and get off Takari Station, but can they be trusted to get out into the galaxy? Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

Send a textCinemondo reacts to the teaser for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord , an upcoming American animated television series created by Dave Filoni for the streaming service Disney+. It is part of the Star Wars franchise, taking place after the events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2020), and follows former Sith lord Maul during the reign of the Galactic Empire.Support the show

Pyschostick singer Rawb zoomed in to talk about their headline tour coming to the Teragram Ballroom on Sunday, March `1 2026. Here's what we talked about: 3/1/26 at Teragram Ballroom with Galactic Empire (0-7) "The Flesh Eating Rollerskate Rides Again" (7-9) Writing "Beer" song (9-11) Mandatory Metallica (11-end)

The Mandalorian Chapter 9: The Marshal.As we race toward the release of The Mandalorian & Grogu, Matt & John revisit Season 2 of The Mandalorian, starting with the season premiere episode. Chapter 9: The Marshal takes us back to Tatooine where we experience a new adventure centered around a mining town, the chaos after the Galactic Empire's fall, the Tuskens, and some armor that's been a fan favorite since 1980. HostJohn Mills and Matthew RushingYou've found the best Star Wars podcast with one-of-a-kind discussions in the spirit of fun! While you're here, look around our creator-focused network of podcasts with all the best of Star Trek, a deep-dive read of Harry Potter's magical world, analysis of film's greatest directors, and breaking news from top names in international film festivals, and so much more!Send us your feedback!Twitter: @TheJediMasters   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNerdParty/ Email: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts

The Jedi investigators seeking these murderers have become the accused.  They have come to know much of the truth, which has made them dangerous to those responsible.  But they have allies here on Takari Station and have made contacts beyond all of that... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

Join Carl and Leroy on Fantha Tracks Radios Desert Planet Discs as they celebrate Star Wars Podcast Day 2026 and the 27th anniversary of the very first Star Wars podcast, Jedi Talk which premiered on 7th February 1999. This episode they discuss the Maul: Shadow Lord trailer and the changes at Galaxy's Edge in Anaheim, along with music from Galactic Empire, DJ Rex's playlist and Ash. It's the seventh of seven Fantha Tracks Radio episodes across the weekend on this very special Bonus Track of Desert Planet Discs. #StarWarsPodcastDay2026 #SWPD2026. Remember to tune in to Good Morning Tatooine, LIVE Sunday and Thursday evenings at 9.00pm UK, 4.00pm Eastern and 1.00pm Pacific on Facebook and YouTube and check out our Fantha Tracks Radio Friday Night Rotation every Friday night at 7.00pm UK for new episodes of The Fantha From Down Under, Planet Leia, Desert Planet Discs, Start Your Engines, Collecting Tracks, Canon Fodder and special episodes of Making Tracks, and every Tuesday at 7.00pm UK time for your weekly episode of Making Tracks. Subscribe and tune in to all of our shows at https://radio.fanthatracks.com And of course for all your Lucasfilm and Star Wars news 24/7, 365 days a year head on over to https://www.fanthatracks.com You can contact our shows and send in your listeners questions by emailing radio@fanthatracks.com or by leaving a comment on our social media feeds: https://www.instagram.com/fanthatracks https://www.facebook.com/FanthaTracks https://www.x.com/FanthaTracks https://www.threads.net/@FanthaTracks https://www.reddit.com/r/fanthatracks/ https://mastodon.social/@fanthatracks https://bsky.app/profile/fanthatracks.com https://www.pinterest.co.uk/fanthatracks/ https://fanthatracks.tumblr.com/ And be sure to check out our live streams and video content at: https://www.youtube.com/@FanthaTracksTV/ https://www.tiktok.com/@fanthatracks https://www.twitch.com/fanthatrackstv All of our links can be found at https://links.fanthatracks.com/

Happy Star Wars Podcast Day!!!! Celebrating the anniversary of the release of the very first Star Wars podcast on this day, back in 1999. And joining us today is Dr Chris Kempshall, talking to us about his book, The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire. You can find Chris on Blue Sky @ChrisKempshall.bsky.social, Instagram @ChrisKempshall, his website at chriskempshall.com, and his very new newsletter The Historian's Holonet! at https://the-historians-holonet.ghost.io/. Talkin' Tauntauns is a Star Wars discussion podcast hosted by Jim Lehane and Nicole H. Quinn. From reviews of the latest shows and books, to breaking news and thoughtful interviews, join us as we dive into all things from a galaxy far, far away. Find us on the socials for more Star Wars conversation:Find the show on Instagram at TalkinTauntauns, Threads at TalkinTauntauns, Bluesky at TalkinTauntauns,or at our website TalkinTauntauns.com. Find Jim on IG @Dinojim, on Bluesky, or on his website at dinojim.com. Find Nicole on IG @NicoleHQuinn, Bluesky, or on her website at herviewcreative.com You can get in touch with us via our website (TalkinTauntauns.com) or email us at Contact@TalkinTauntauns.com. Talkin' Tauntauns can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave us a review, and tell your friends!

Send us a textCinemondo reacts to the teaser for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord , an upcoming American animated television series created by Dave Filoni for the streaming service Disney+. It is part of the Star Wars franchise, taking place after the events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2020), and follows former Sith lord Maul during the reign of the Galactic Empire.Support the show

The Jedi investigators head back into the Dreamscapes yet again to speak with the dead but they are far from alone there.  And despite their efforts and initiative, other forces remain a step ahead... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

This week we hung out with Galactic Empire to chat about their new album and about their career as artistsJOIN OUR COMMUNITYhttps://www.patreon.com/unsignedpoppunkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unsignedpop...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unsignedpoppunkDiscord: https://discord.gg/gVtQ3Ngy3zWebsite: https://www.unsignedpoppunk.comTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/unsignedpoppunkTwitter: https://twitter.com/unsignedpoppunkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/unsignedpoppunkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/unsignedpoppunk__________LISTEN AND WATCH GALACTIC EMPIRE:https://linktr.ee/galacticempireNEED SOME NEW MERCH?Stop by the Unsigned Pop Punk Merch Store and pick up a new shirt, hat, hoodie, or one of our awesome compilations. All proceeds go back into helping us continue to do this full time!__________Big thank you to GFUEL!Go to www.GFuel.com and pick of some amazing drinks! Use our code at check out to save 20% your order! That's a good freakin deal!Use code: UNSIGNEDPOPPUNKhttps://www.gfuel.com/UNSIGNEDPOPPUNKThank you so much to Chattanooga Beard Co. for sponsoring todays episode! Use our code "UNSIGNEDPOPPUNK" at checkout to save 15% off of your order!www.chattanoogabeard.co

Another death but this one was seen first-hand by the Jedi as was the strange "possession" of young Kyra.  Despite these encounters, the mystery of what is happening on Takari station is no clearer yet, although the threat is coming more into focus... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...!  Craft beer is on the rise, queues of beer nerds are lining up for the latest Imperial Stouts and a brave alliance of brewers has formed to bring down the Galactic Empire known as 'Big Beer'.In this last instalment of the Hop Forward Podcast, we sit down opposite Damian Doherty from Emperor's Brewery in The Fat Jedi (aka Damian's truly intergalactic beer cellar!) to chat all things Imperial Stouts, Porters and Barley Wines.   We reminisce about the rise of craft beer, what has changed over the past 10-15 years, how to brew a truly great high-gravity beer, and Damian is put through his paces to see whether he truly is a Jedi or is as mediocre as an Untappd score.THIS WEEK'S EPISODE IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY:Charles Faram & Co (charlesfaram.com)Supplying hops for over 150 years, Charles Faram offers a vast range of nitrogen-flushed hop varieties from the UK, Europe, New Zealand, and the USA.Crisp Malt (crispmalt.com)Since 1870, Crisp has blended tradition with innovation, producing malts like Chevallier Heritage and Clear Choice Malt.FOLLOW HOP FORWARDhopforward.beer | LinkedIn | BlueSky | Instagram

What is "the devil" doing in the title of this Bad Batch episode? Apparently it was a big deal, but the divas appreciate the reference. In this episode of Dark Side Divas we discuss the Star Wars - The Bad Batch episode "Devil's Deal" (s1e11). We return to Ryloth were The Galactic Empire has promised to protect the citizens of the planet, and some people are okay with this after being in The Clone Wars for many years. Peace doesn't last long in a galaxy far-far away! Listen to this episode to hear what Stef and Chris have to say.

Dark Lord of the Sith, the Emperor's Enforcer, the face of the Galactic Empire's war machine! This is who Darth Vader is now...and so much more! From his iconic design that makes him the monster of nightmares to his tragic fall and enslavement to Palpatine and the Dark Side, we discuss so many aspects of who Darth Vader is. You will join us for this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Jedi investigators dig deeper into the secrets of Takari station and find powerful agents at the top as well as in an underbelly of crime and the connections between the victims start to become more clear as threats grow... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

Rebel spaceships striking from a hidden base, have won their first victory against the evil Galactic Empire. "Rogue One" is that story! From epic space battles and a soaring score to the Guardians of the Whills and blossoming hope "Rogue One" takes us on an action packed and heartfelt journey. Someone is listening, so join us as we discuss Why We Love Rogue One! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two Jedis continue to investigate the murders and disappearances that have happened aboard remote Takari Station.  Technology offers some surprising threats and possibly some insight into these crimes... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/  All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/  Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance!  Also we are immensely grateful  Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com  Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram  and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

In Episode 314 of MSRcast, titled Never Stop Metaling, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon dive headfirst into a packed discussion celebrating all things heavy! The duo breaks down the latest in the metal world, from the massive Iron Maiden, Megadeth, and Anthrax tour announcement to Helloween's long-awaited return and Megadeth's bold cover of Ride the Lightning. They also share live concert reviews of Devo and The B-52s' eccentric tour and the powerhouse pairing of Judas Priest and Alice Cooper. Plus, they talk about Ozzy Osbourne's new book and look ahead to can't-miss upcoming shows like Death To All, Death Angel, and Omnium Gatherum. The conversation takes a deep and emotional turn as they explore the impact of Megadeth possibly ending their career — what that means for the future of thrash metal and how fans react when one of the genre's giants calls it a day. Rounding out the episode is a killer playlist featuring Unto Others, The Other, Wheel of Time, Memories of Old, Empire Drowns, Defecto, Nailed to Obscurity, Aephanemer, and Aedan Sky, along with what Cary and Sean have been spinning lately, including Lunatic Soul, Blood Sky, Dream Theater, Arouse the Darkness, Ulvehyrde, Psychonaut, and Galactic Empire. Tune in and remember — no matter what happens in the world of metal, you can never stop metaling!  Explore the metal universe at msrcast.com, your one-stop hub for all things MSRcast. Immerse yourself in podcast archives, interviews, reviews, and more.  Connect with us via msrcast@gmail.com, and stay updated on our socials @msrcast and @themetalpigeon.  Connect with Cary and Sean on Facebook! Be sure to like our official fan page at facebook.com/msrcastofficial for all the latest updates, and join the conversation in our official Facebook group, the Metal Geeks Society—where metalheads and geeks unite! Spread the metal love – share the show, subscribe on iTunes, and leave a review. Enjoy the metal journey, and Keep It Metal!

A Jedi Knight and his apprentice are sent by the Council at the request of an investigator at a strange space station to help solve a series of murders and disappearances... Theme song for Star Wars Dreamscapes is "Pluto" by Adrian von Ziegler. More from this amazing composer at https://adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/ All other scores are by Adrian von Zielger and Antti Martikainen https://anttimartikainen.com/ Huge thanks to Galactic Empire for the Star Wars Theme outro - follow them at https://www.instagram.com/galacticempireofficial/ and website at www.galacticempireband.com and see them live whenever you get the chance! Also we are immensely grateful Please consider supporting us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/nastygram - it would mean the world to us! Check us out online at www.nastygramrpg.com Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nastygram and our group is at https://www.facebook.com/groups/865467380821766; we are @nastygramrpg on both Instagram and Twitter and on Tik Tok at @nastygram.rpg Intro song is "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" by A Wilhelm Scream; more here https://www.awilhelmscream.com/

Chunga & Chandler had a great time hanging out with a handful of Ronin who came to Vegas for the weekend!  THANK YOU!!!!Gregg finally got a chance to see the sci-fi metal band “Galactic Empire” and he LOVED IT!!! And Chris?  Well… Chris, along with Many of YOU, started getting the Christmas tugs and decided to put up a Christmas tree in his bedroom!! Apparently LOTS of Ronin are feeling the same way, and have also started early decorating!!  Are you one of them!?!Would you move into a house if you knew it was haunted!?  Zillow did an in depth survey to find out if people are willing to buy a house even if it's thought to be haunted!!!  Chunga gives you all the info!!!If you died, and if you could, what location or object would you choose to haunt?! We'll find out in the Chunga Poll Shout Outs!!!Gregg has another epic Halloween Movie to tell you about, AND!!!!It's the return of Your Really Stupid News!!! LISTEN NOW!!!!It's on www.radioronin.com!!!

Chunga & Chandler had a great time hanging out with a handful of Ronin who came to Vegas for the weekend!  THANK YOU!!!!Gregg finally got a chance to see the sci-fi metal band “Galactic Empire” and he LOVED IT!!! And Chris?  Well… Chris, along with Many of YOU, started getting the Christmas tugs and decided to put up a Christmas tree in his bedroom!! Apparently LOTS of Ronin are feeling the same way, and have also started early decorating!!  Are you one of them!?!Would you move into a house if you knew it was haunted!?  Zillow did an in depth survey to find out if people are willing to buy a house even if it's thought to be haunted!!!  Chunga gives you all the info!!!If you died, and if you could, what location or object would you choose to haunt?! We'll find out in the Chunga Poll Shout Outs!!!Gregg has another epic Halloween Movie to tell you about, AND!!!!It's the return of Your Really Stupid News!!! LISTEN NOW!!!!It's on www.radioronin.com!!!

Welcome to Star Wars Reactions!Just off the heels of the incredible Ocala Comic Con, hosts Aaron Harris and David Modders sit down to discuss their reactions to the recently released trailer to the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu movie! Join them as they breakdown some of the details from the trailer, discuss some of their favorite moments, and even share some of their wishlist for the movie. And you don't want to miss this week's all new Star Wars Dad Joke of the Week!Show Outline:Episode 224 IntroInitial ReactionsTrailer ReactionsFinal ReactionsClosingStar Wars Dad Joke of the WeekStar Wars Reactions: Elegant discussions for a more civilized age!Click here to leave us a voicemail via SpeakPipe!Email us here!Follow us on X!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on  TikTok!Follow us on Threads!Follow us on Bluesky!Follow us on Pinterest!Subscribe on YouTube!Follow Aaron and David on X!Follow Aaron and David on Instagram!

Messier 31, the Andromeda Galaxy, is the largest and most-distant object that’s easily visible to the unaided eye. Under dark skies, it looks like a skinny cloud about as wide as the Moon. Right now, it’s about a third of the way up in the northeast at nightfall. M31 is two-and-a-half million light-years away. In other words, the light you see from the galaxy tonight began its journey across the cosmos two-and-a-half million years ago. The galaxy is roughly 150,000 light-years across – bigger than the Milky Way – and may contain a trillion stars. It’s also the hub of its own galactic empire – it’s orbited by more than three dozen smaller galaxies. And a recent study revealed many new details about the satellites. Astronomers spent years looking at them with Hubble Space Telescope. And they supplemented the new observations by going through older ones. They found that most of the stars in the smaller galaxies had been born by about 12 billion years ago – when the universe was about one-tenth of its present age. And star formation had all but stopped by about eight billion years ago. Galaxies that are bigger and farther from M31 gave birth to stars a little longer than those that are small and close. One of the bigger satellites might have rammed through M31 a few million years ago. That stirred things up throughout the empire surrounding big, beautiful M31. More about M31 tomorrow. Script by Damond Benningfield

Yoda and Obi-Wan learn the truth about Anakin as the Chancellor declares the first Galactic Empire in this edition of our Revenge of the Sith series.   Ross Hollebon from The Album Cockpit Podcast and Fantha Tracks joins us for the discussion.   This episode covers the segment from Revenge of the Sith that runs from 1:33:38 to 1:43:43.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda infiltrating the Jedi Temple and learning the truth about Anakin Skywalker, The Chancellor declaring that the Republic will be reorganized into the first Galactic Empire, Anakin's continued assault on the Separatists on Mustafar, Obi-Wan's attempt to find out more about where Anakin went from Padmé, and Padmé's voyage to Mustafar. For more discussion of Revenge of the Sith, check out the last episode in the series: episode 931.   Thanks for joining us for another episode! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Yoda and Obi-Wan learn the truth about Anakin as the Chancellor declares the first Galactic Empire in this edition of our Revenge of the Sith series.

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they rewind the clock to 2005 and review Season 3 of the classic Genndy Tartakovsky series Clone Wars.Synopsis: The Clone Wars television series chronicles the events taking place between Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones and Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. The Clone Wars will ultimately lead to the downfall of the Jedi and the rise of the Galactic Empire.The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga since 2008, from the films and hit series like The Mandalorian, Andor, The Clone Wars, Rebels, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew to books, comics, games, and more. Not affiliated with Disney or Lucasfilm.Contact usEmail: contact@ioncannoncast.comFacebook: Ion Cannon PodcastX (Twitter): @IonCannonCast, @MasterDevwi, @kal_skirata, @srice08Thank you for listening and may the Force be with you.

Created by George Lucas, produced by Lucasfilm, and distributed by 20th Century Fox, the original Star Wars trilogy serves as the second act of the nine-episode Skywalker Saga. George Lucas directed Star Wars, with Irvin Kershner and Richard Marquand directing the sequels respectively. Jason and Rob rewind in this special 100th episode to review the space opera trilogy that started it all - Star Wars (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and Return of the Jedi (1983). The trilogy of films centres on the Galactic Civil War between the Rebel Alliance and the tyrannical Galactic Empire, as well as the hero's journey of Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) in his quest to become a Jedi under the tutelage of exiled Jedi Masters Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness) and Yoda (Frank Oz). Luke joins forces with Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), Han Solo (Harrison Ford), Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew), C-3PO (Anthony Daniels), R2-D2 (Kenny Baker), and the Rebel Alliance in facing the Empire and the evil Sith Lord Darth Vader (David Prowse / James Earl Jones).

In which we present LIVE at Star Wars Celebration Japan, joined by author Chris Kempshall to discuss history, archival work, and schools of historical thought—via his book, The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire.Watch the video version on YouTube.Find Chris on BlueskySources for this episode can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠daughtersofferrix.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/daughtersofferrix⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Daughters of Ferrix is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheLetterbomber⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SofiainSLC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Background music is by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Louie Zong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FerrixPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

We've made it to the conclusion of the Original Trilogy! Return of the Jedi brings our heroes back together, reunites a family, and defeats an evil Galactic Empire! From great themes, exciting action sequences, and impactful character moments we hope you'll join us as we discuss Why We Love Return of the Jedi! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Editor - Yan Miles ACE, BFE Andor editor Yan Miles partly attributes the decision not to extensively use the Stagecraft "volume" technology as the reason why his series has a distinctly different look and feel to other shows under the Star Wars banner. Instead, Andor leans into real-world environments, capturing the grit and authenticity that Yan believes enhances the narrative. Another significant factor in that differentiation is Tony Gilroy's writing, where the narrative complexity lies. Despite knowing the ultimate fate of characters like Cassian Andor, the series thrives on the uncertainty surrounding minor characters and their arcs. It's in these uncharted territories that the tension in Andor finds its heartbeat. Season 2 of Andor continues the chronicling of Cassian Andor's journey as he becomes a key figure in the burgeoning Rebel Alliance against the Galactic Empire. The season covers the four years leading up to the events of Rogue One, with each arc spanning a year.  Yan Miles ACE, BFE Yan Miles ACE, BFE is an acclaimed film and television editor whose work spans some of the most prestigious and visually dynamic series of the last decade. A member of both American Cinema Editors and British Film Editors, Yan has brought his keen sense of story and rhythm to internationally celebrated productions such as The Crown, Sherlock, and Game of Thrones. Known for his ability to blend emotional nuance with bold editorial choices, his work has helped define the tone and texture of modern prestige television.   The Credits Visit ExtremeMusic for all your production audio needs Streamline your postproduction pipeline with Shade See which model of Avid Media Composer is right for you Subscribe to The Rough Cut podcast and never miss an episode Visit The Rough Cut on YouTube

When you're outgunned, under-resourced, and facing giants, success takes more than speed. It takes teamwork, message discipline, and relentless coordination.That's how the Rebel Alliance defeats the Galactic Empire, and it's how great B2B marketing teams win in the real world. In this episode, we unpack marketing lessons from the Star Wars saga with special guest Eric Herzog, CMO at Infinidat.Together, we explore what B2B marketers can learn from thinking like a startup, aligning cross-functional teams, and building content strategies that deliver across every touchpoint.About our guest, Eric HerzogEric Herzog is the Chief Marketing Officer at Infinidat. Prior to joining Infinidat, Herzog was CMO and VP of Global Storage Channels at IBM Storage Solutions. His executive leadership experience also includes: CMO and Senior VP of Alliances for all-flash storage provider Violin Memory, and Senior Vice President of Product Management and Product Marketing for EMC's Enterprise & Mid-range Systems Division.What B2B Companies Can Learn From Star Wars:Business is a team sport. Great marketing doesn't happen in silos. Whether you're a startup or a global enterprise, success depends on alignment across every function. Eric says, “In marketing, having all kinds of people running around with different functions is wrong. They all need to work together in what I call a completely vertically integrated marketing.” Your message, your content, your sales strategy. it all has to move as one.Message discipline wins hearts and minds. When you can't outspend the competition, out-message them. A clear, consistent story can be your greatest weapon. “You need to win the hearts of the minds of your customers, and your prospects, and your channel, and your sales team,” Eric says. If your message isn't aligned, neither is your market.Think like a startup (no matter your size). Speed, focus, and adaptability aren't just startup traits; they're must-haves for any marketing team. Eric explains, “ The most successful big companies in overall functions, as well as in their marketing function, try to act like a startup.” Whether you're leading a lean team or navigating a Fortune 500 org, it's that startup mindset that helps you outmaneuver slower, more bureaucratic competitors.Quote“Business is a team sport, and a subteam of marketing as part of the business is a team sport too. If you don't work as a team, the empire will crush you. You need to be like the Rebel Alliance and all work together.”Time Stamps[0:55] Meet Eric Herzog, CMO at Infinidat[01:08] Why Star Wars?[01:54] Role of CMO at Infinidat[03:03] Origins of Star Wars[08:52] B2B Marketing Takeaways from Star Wars[30:04] Infinidat's Content Strategy[33:39] Final Thoughts and TakeawaysLinksConnect with Eric on LinkedInLearn more about InfinidatAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise.

Chanel and Brandon are back to recap Foundation Season 3 Episode 1 on Apple TV+—and the galactic stakes have never been higher. Season 3 of Foundation returns with a time-jump and a chilling new threat. Over 150 years after the Season 2 finale, Episode 1 (“A Song for the End of Everything”) reintroduces us to the power struggles between the Galactic Empire, the Foundation, and a mysterious new villain — the mind-controlling Mule. As political factions vie for dominance over the pleasure planet Kalgan, Gaal Dornick awakens from cryosleep to a galaxy on the brink of collapse. Meanwhile, the Cleonic Dynasty teeters on the edge of extinction, Demerzel questions her purpose, and psychohistorian Ebling Mis warns of an impending Third Crisis. Packed with philosophical dilemmas, brutal mind games, and shifting alliances, this epic opener sets the stage for a dark and explosive season.

This week on "Shat the Movies," we're blasting off into Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977), the film that launched a galaxy far, far away. Join us as we explore the iconic characters, groundbreaking effects, and the timeless story that started it all. Whether you're a lifelong fan or revisiting it for the first time, tune in for a fun and nostalgic look at the movie that changed cinema forever! Plot SummaryStar Wars: A New Hope (1977), written and directed by George Lucas, launched one of the most iconic film franchises in history. The story follows young Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), who joins forces with Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), rogue smuggler Han Solo (Harrison Ford), and Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi (Alec Guinness) to battle the evil Galactic Empire. With memorable characters, groundbreaking special effects, and a classic hero's journey, A New Hope redefined science fiction and changed the cinematic universe forever. Subscribe Now Android: https://www.shatpod.com/android Apple/iTunes: https://www.shatpod.com/apple Help Support the Podcast Contact Us: https://www.shatpod.com/contact Commission Movie: https://www.shatpod.com/support Support with Paypal: https://www.shatpod.com/paypal Support With Venmo: https://www.shatpod.com/venmo Shop Merchandise: https://www.shatpod.com/shop Theme Song - Die Hard by Guyz Nite: https://www.facebook.com/guyznite